PCE Instruments COMPACT S User manual

Hydromette BL Compact S

HYDROMETTE BL

COMPACT S

Operating Instruction

Version 2.0

PCE Americas Inc.

711 Commerce Way

Suite 8

Jupiter

FL-33458

USA

From outside US: +1

Tel: (561) 320-9162

Fax: (561) 320-9176

[email protected]

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PCE Instruments UK Ltd.

Units 12/13

Southpoint Business Park

Ensign way

Hampshire / Southampton

United Kingdom, SO31 4RF

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HydrometteBLCompact S

Contents

0.1 ConformityDeclaration............................................................4

0.2 Publication Declaration...........................................................5

0.3 WEEE Directive 2002/96/ECElectricalandElectronic

Equipment Act ..........................................................................5

0.4 Safety Instructions...................................................................6

1Introduction...................................................................................8

1.1 Description................................................................................8

1.2 Instrument Design and KeyAssignments............................9

1.3 DisplayIcons...........................................................................10

2Basic Functions .........................................................................11

2.1 Switching the Instrument On................................................11

2.2 Displayin Measuring Mode..................................................12

2.3 Settings Menus.......................................................................12

2.3.1 Measuring Menu (mainmenu)...................................13

2.3.2 Setting the Wood Type:..............................................16

2.3.3 Maximum Value...........................................................17

2.3.4 Minimum Value............................................................18

2.4 Additional Functions..............................................................19

2.4.1 Automatic Shut-down..................................................19

2.4.2 Battery Monitoring........................................................19

2.4.3 Electrode Replacement..............................................19

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3Specifications .............................................................................20

3.1 Technical Specifications.......................................................20

3.2 Intolerable Ambient Conditions:...........................................20

3.3 Measuring Range...................................................................21

4Notes on Use...............................................................................21

4.1 General Notes.........................................................................21

4.1.1 Definition: Woodmoisture (u)....................................21

4.1.2 Definition: Water content (w)......................................22

4.1.3 Calorific Value..............................................................22

4.1.4 Conversion Table.........................................................22

4.2 Notes on Measuring Wood Moisture..................................23

5Annex............................................................................................24

5.1 Setting the Type .....................................................................24

5.2 Wood Types Table for the Compact S...............................25

5.3 ComparisonGraphofHumidity- Material Moisture

Content....................................................................................26

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0.1 Conformity Declaration

For conformity to electromagnetic compatibility: EC Directive

89/33/EECin the version93/31/EEC for the measuring instrument:

GANN HYDROMETTE BL COMPACT S

We herebydeclarethat the design and model of the above-named

measuringinstrumentconformstothe above-nameddirectiveinthe

design introduced to the market byus. This declaration is invalid if

unauthorised modifications are made to the instrument.

The following standards were consulted for electromagnetic

compatibilitypurposes:

Interferenceimmunity: EN 61326-1:2006-05;

EN 61326-1:2006-10;ESD.

EN 61000-4-2:1995+A1:1998+A2:2001

Electromagnetic

fields: EN 61000-4-3:2006-12

Emittedinterference: EN 61326-1:2006 –05;

EN 61326-1: 2006-10

Electromagnetic

interferencefieldstrength: 30 MHz –16GHz

EN 55011:1998+ A1: 1999+ A2: 2002

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0.2 Publication Declaration

This publication replaces all previous versions. It may not be

reproducedorelectronicallyprocessed,duplicated or distributed in

any way without the written permission of Gann Mess- u.

Regeltechnik GmbH. Subject to technical and documentary

necessary care. Gann Mess- u. Regeltechnik GmbH accepts no

liabilitywhatsoever for errors or omissions.

GANN Mess- u. Regeltechnik GmbH, Gerlingen, 07 Nov. 2014

0.3 WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC Electrical and

Electronic Equipment Act

The packaging, battery and instrument must be disposed of at a

recycling centre in accordance with legal regulations.

The instrument was manufactured after 01.10.2009

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0.4 SafetyInstructions

This measuring instrument conforms to the EN 61326-1:2006-05

standard and fulfils the requirements of applicable European and

nationaldirectives.Appropriatedeclarations anddocumentationare

locatedwith the manufacturer.Theusermustread these operating

instructions in order to guarantee problem-free instrument

operation and operational safety. The measuring instrument may

only be operated under the specified climatic conditions. These

conditions canbefound in Section 3.1 "Specifications".In addition,

this measuring instrument may only be operated under the

conditions andforthe purposeitwas designedfor. The operational

safety and functionality are no longer guaranteed if the instrument

is modified or converted. Gann Mess- u. Regeltechnik GmbH

assumesnoliabilityfor anyensuingdamage.All risks areassumed

solelybythe user.

The instrument may not be stored or operated in

aggressive atmospheres or atmospheres containing

solvents!

Static electricity - At low wood humidities, below approx.

12% and low air humidity (especially in the winter

months), high-voltage static electricitycharges maybuild

up, favoured by external influences (friction during

material transport, high environmental insulation value),

which may not only lead to strong fluctuations in the

measured data or negative values, but also to the

destruction of electrical components in the instrument.

Even the instrument operator may —inadvertently —

contribute to the build up of a static charge bythe clothing

worn. A considerable improvement can be achieved if the

operator and the instrument are absolutely still during

measuring,as wellas byearthing(contact withconducting

metal, water or heating pipes, etc.).

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Frozen wood cannot be measured.

The notes and tables on allowable or common moisture

conditions in practice and general definitions given in

theseinstructions weretakenfrom the technical literature.

The manufacturer therefore cannot accept anyliabilityfor

correctness. The conclusions drawn from the

measurement results depend on each user's individual

requirements and practical, professional empiricism.

Becausethemeasuringinstrument adheres to the stricter

emittedinterference(EMC) Class B, it maybe operated in

residential and commercial environments.

The measuringinstrumentandanyaccessories used may

only be used for the purpose intended, as described in

theseinstructions.Theinstrumentandaccessories should

be kept awayfrom children!

Do not measure wood or other materials on conductive

surfaces, such as metal, wet surfaces, etc.

Gann Mess- u. Regeltechnik GmbH accept no liabilityfor damage

caused by non-compliance with the operating instructions or by

violation of a duty to care during transport, storage or operation of

the instrument,evenif this duty to care is not specificallydiscussed

in the operating instructions.

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CAUTION: There is a danger of injury from the electrode

pins if the measuring instrument is carried without its protective

cover or otherprotective packaging.Thereis also adangerof injury

dueto careless handlingofthe electrodepins duringthemeasuring

procedure.

1 Introduction

1.1 Description

The Hydromette BL Compact S is an electronic moisture meter for

various types ofwoodand has a 3-line LCD display. The electrode

pins arepressedintotherespectivemedium andallowrecording of

the moisture content of wood combustibles.

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1.2 Instrument Design and KeyAssignments

Electrode pins

Display

Up key

Measure key

On/Off key

Down key

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1.3 Display Icons

Main menu icons

Additional icons

Temperature in °C

Wood type icon

Measured value on hold;

ready to measure

Material moisture in %

Min./Max. display

Drained battery icon

Temperature in °C

Wood type icon

Type ID

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